Description
Cheesy Mississippi Mud Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. This delightful dish combines creamy russet potatoes blended with rich sour cream and heavy cream, delivering a velvety texture that melts in your mouth. The sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheeses create a flavor explosion, while crispy fried onions on top add a satisfying crunch. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, these Cheesy Mississippi Mud Potatoes will become a staple at your table. Whether paired with grilled chicken or served as part of a buffet, this dish is sure to impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil or butter.
- Boil peeled and cubed russet potatoes in a large pot until tender, about 10–15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, sour cream, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Gently fold the boiled potatoes into the cheese mixture until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and top with crispy fried onions if desired.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg